Jigawa State Governor Umar Namadi has expressed disappointment after a surprise visit to the state secretariat revealed the absence of several top government officials during working hours. The offices of the Secretary to the State Government, Head of Service and Accountant General were reportedly locked when the governor arrived.

Several commissioners and permanent secretaries were also absent from their offices during the inspection. However, the governor met the Commissioner for Works at his duty post, while the Permanent Secretaries of the Ministries of Health and Livestock Development were also present.

Out of the state’s 18 commissioners, only one was found in the office at the time of the visit. Reacting to the development, Governor Namadi criticised the poor attendance and lack of commitment displayed by some officials, warning that his administration would not tolerate absenteeism, indiscipline or misconduct within the civil service.

The governor stressed that every public servant has a responsibility to be available for duty and provide quality service to citizens. He said the inspection was part of ongoing efforts to promote discipline, improve productivity and build a more accountable and efficient public service in Jigawa State.